Tadhg Furlong is close to a comeback from a hamstring injury that has limited his appearances this season and admits it is a 'dream come true' to remain a Leinster player for two more years
Tadhg Furlong has signed a two-year contract extension with the IRFU that keeps him tied to Leinster until the end of summer of 2027.
Hamstring issues have kept the two-time Lions tourist's playing involvement to just two games for Leinster this season - plans for him to feature in the November series for Ireland were scuppered when he re-injured his hamstring.READ MORE:Sean O'Brien EXCLUSIVE: Heroics v Clermont, Joe Schmidt, Leinster's Champions Cup pain, Sam Prendergast and life after playing
"I am delighted to extend my long association with both Leinster Rugby and the IRFU for the seasons to come. Since the beginning of my career I have aimed to contribute positively in a winning environment and I believe that there are bright times to come for club and country.”
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